Farewell to 2020-- Our Cypress Elders Have Survived!
Despite the challenges of the past year, the several LPCL "Alive in 1803" cypress that we’ve identified in the past year have reminded us that these majestic trees have survived lightning strikes, wind storms , and related natural calamities through the centuries—and thanks to the stewardship of so many that have participated in our efforts to landmark Louisiana’s enduring ancient cypress, it is likely that they will survive for many years to come.
Recently Landmarked cypress in 2020
Details in an upcoming January 2021 blog post
Oldest known cypress in Livingston Parish discovered and landmarked
Oldest cypress identified in East Baton Rouge Parish (replacing Highland Drive Cypress)
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LA. Purchase Cypress Legacy visits Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge
Louisiana Purchase Cypress Legacy campaign paid a long overdue visit in November to the Cat Island National Wildlife Refuge in West Feliciana Parish, site of what is considered the largest cypress in the US. This cypress was awarded the very first LPCL plaque when the LPCL campaign started in 2003. During dry spells, we highly recommend visiting the several dozen trees in the immediate vicinity of the champion tree—very easy to walk to and almost as impressive in size as the “champ”.
Considered largest cypress in US-- 83 feet tall, 54 feet in circumference, "estimated to be 1000 years old
Description of "champion" cypress shown above
This Cat Island giant may appear to be dead in this photo, but the video below shows otherwise
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Future trees to inventory
Many LPCL supporters and old cypress "scouts.
, including property owners , are awaiting visits to cypress that have yet to be inventoried and landmarked. A few photos of these trees are listed below
, including property owners , are awaiting visits to cypress that have yet to be inventoried and landmarked. A few photos of these trees are listed below
Krotz Spring vicinity
Jefferson Davis Parish
Hardwater Lake, Webster Parish
Hardwater Lake
Tensas National Wildlife Refuge
White River, Southern Arkansas (Part of original Louisiana Purchase)
Tangipahoa Parish
Concordia Parish
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La Purchase Cypress Legacy Now a 501C-3 Organization
The LPCL is proud to announce it has received 501 C-3 status. Until the blog site is set up to receive donations, please email Harvey Stern at LaPurchaseCypressLegacy@gmail.com for donation information.. Donations will help us continue identifying, landmarking and promoting the stewardship of old growth cypress in Louisiana. In particular, donations will help fund the LPCL “Alive in 1803” plaques found on many landmarked cypress throughout Louisiana.
